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Accession Number:
AD1046567
Title:
Feasibility Analysis and Prototyping of a Fast Autonomous Recon system
Corporate Author:
Naval Postgraduate School Monterey United States
Report Date:
2017-06-01
Abstract:
The United States Marine Corps USMC would like to have real-time intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance ISR data about a landing zone LZ prior to the aircraft entering its terminal phase of flight. This thesis provides a feasibility analysis and prototyping of a fast autonomous recon system. Field tests were conducted in the Mojave Desert using a delivery system 12 scale Patriot Missile rocket kit and two aerodynamic test sets ATS the delivery system and test sets were constructed by modifying commercial-off-the-shelf products. Two launches were conducted the data obtained from the altimeters determined that the ATSs experienced large amounts of g-force upon their initial acceleration and landing. The use of a missile or rocket to propel the system will allow for increased range and extended on-station time. Additionally, the Fast Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance FASTISR system could be used to increase the flexibility of certain units that require ISR on their missions, instead of waiting for in-theater assets. Utilizing a missile or rocket does come with some increased risks The FASTISR system must be designed and built to withstand the increased g-forces. The conclusion is that the USMC could employ such a technology.
Descriptive Note:
Technical Report
Pages:
0089
Distribution Statement:
Approved For Public Release;
File Size:
2.48MB
